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Mercedes-Benz GLC (2015 to 2022)

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Mercedes-Benz GLC (2015 to 2022)

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    Summary

    The Mercedes-Benz GLC was a medium-sized premium SUV/crossover, which sat between the smaller GLA and larger GLE in the Mercedes-Benz SUV family. It was first launched in the middle of 2015 and has now been discontinued to make way for the next-generation GLC model coming in 2023.

    The GLC was available as both a conventional SUV and as a ‘coupé’ model was actually an SUV with a chopped rear cabin – basically a liftback rather than a coupé. Mechanically, the two versions were identical.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLC received generally positive reviews from the UK motoring media, with scores ranging from average to outstanding.

    According to The Car Expert‘s unique Expert Rating system, the GLC ranked above average compared to its premium SUV rivals, but falls short of the best in class.

    No longer in production, the first-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC holds an Expert Rating of 69% based on 24 reviews published by the British media.

    Key specifications

    Body style: Medium SUV and Coupé SUV
    Engines: petrol, diesel
    Price when new: From £39,420 on-road

    Launched: Summer 2015
    Last updated: Summer 2019
    Replacement due: Expected in 2023

    Media reviews

    Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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    Safety rating

    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 5 stars
    Date tested: December 2015
    Date expired: January 2022
    Read the full Euro NCAP review

    Adult protection: 95%
    Child protection: 89%
    Vulnerable road users: 82%
    Safety assist: 71%

    Eco rating

    No eco rating

    As of September 2022, the Mercedes-Benz GLC has not yet been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

    The Mercedes-Benz GLC has a lower-than-average reliability score, according to exclusive extended warranty data provided by our partners at MotorEasy.

    Almost 40% of all reported problems with the GLC relate to its electrical system, with an average repair bill of more than £500. The other area to look out for is the suspension, which accounts for just under a quarter of repair claims. Fortunately, the average bill for these was not too expensive – again around £500.

    If you’re looking at a used Mercedes-Benz GLC, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

    Awards

    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Mercedes-Benz GLC has received

    2020

    • Company Car Today CCT100 Awards – Best Premium SUV

    2016

    • Honest John Awards – Most Popular Compact Premium Car

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    The Mercedes-Benz GLC received generally positive reviews from the UK media, with an overall Expert Rating that was above average for the premium SUV class.Mercedes-Benz GLC (2015 to 2022)